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benefaction
/ ˌbɛnɪˈfækʃən /
noun
- the act of doing good, esp by giving a donation to charity
- the donation or help given
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Word History and Origins
Origin of benefaction1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of benefaction1
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Example Sentences
These chests were a kind of Mont de Piété, and to found them was at first the favourite form of benefaction.
A second chaplain was subsequently added by the benefaction of one William de Homelyn.
But though the most rigid economist might not have objected, would Burns have accepted such a benefaction, had it been offered?
The history of the Philharmonic Societys benefaction may properly be completed at this point.
I'll write to Whelpdale, and let him know that his benefaction has extended even to Sark.'
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